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WATCH: Enea Bastianini wins the 2024 Thai MotoGP Sprint race while Martin increases his championship lead - Results

In an intense Thai MotoGP Sprint Race, Ducati Lenovo’s Enea Bastianini showcased impressive skill, seizing victory on the Buriram circuit.

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In an intense Thai MotoGP Sprint Race, Ducati Lenovo’s Enea Bastianini showcased impressive skill, seizing victory on the Buriram circuit. As he crossed the finish line first, Jorge Martin clinched a vital second place for Pramac Ducati, strengthening his grip on the championship lead, while defending champion Francesco Bagnaia completed the podium in third.

The race began with an electrifying start as pole qualifier Bagnaia led the pack, only to face an assertive move from Martin at Turn 1. Martin’s aggressive dive forced both him and Bagnaia wide, allowing Bastianini to capitalize and claim the lead. This incident reshuffled the field, with Marc Marquez advancing to second, followed by Bagnaia and MotoGP rookie Pedro Acosta in the top five.

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Bastianini held a steady pace at the front, undeterred by Martin’s resurgence through the field. Martin clawed his way back up to second place, eventually pulling away from Marquez and Bagnaia. However, with Bastianini controlling the race masterfully, Martin’s efforts to close the gap proved insufficient, forcing him to settle for second. Meanwhile, Bagnaia found himself under pressure, but his strong defence kept him securely in third, ensuring a full Ducati podium sweep.

Marquez brothers complete the top 5!

Marc Marquez, riding for Gresini Ducati, claimed a solid fourth place, finishing without serious competition for most of the race. Acosta, however, endured a tough run after crashing from fifth place on the fourth lap, marking a premature end to his charge.

The race also highlighted Ducati’s dominance, with their bikes occupying the top eight positions as riders adapted to Buriram’s challenging conditions. The majority of competitors opted for the hard front and medium rear tyres to combat the circuit's demanding tyre wear, which was amplified by Michelin’s stiffer construction rears designed for venues like Buriram. Exceptions included Joan Mir with a hard rear setup and some of the VR46 Ducati riders, who chose a soft front tyre.

Thai MotoGP Sprint Race Results:

Position

Rider

Nationality

Team

1

Enea Bastianini

ITA

Ducati Lenovo (GP24)

2

Jorge Martin

SPA

Pramac Ducati (GP24)

3

Francesco Bagnaia

ITA

Ducati Lenovo (GP24)

4

Marc Marquez

SPA

Gresini Ducati (GP23)

5

Alex Marquez

SPA

Gresini Ducati (GP23)

6

Franco Morbidelli

ITA

Pramac Ducati (GP24)

7

Marco Bezzecchi

ITA

VR46 Ducati (GP23)

8

Fabio Di Giannantonio

ITA

VR46 Ducati (GP23)

9

Brad Binder

RSA

Red Bull KTM (RC16)

10

Fabio Quartararo

FRA

Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1)

11

Jack Miller

AUS

Red Bull KTM (RC16)

12

Johann Zarco

FRA

LCR Honda (RC213V)

13

Joan Mir

SPA

Repsol Honda (RC213V)

14

Raul Fernandez

SPA

Trackhouse Aprilia (RS-GP24)

15

Aleix Espargaro

SPA

Aprilia Factory (RS-GP24)

16

Augusto Fernandez

SPA

Red Bull GASGAS Tech3 (RC16)

17

Alex Rins

SPA

Monster Yamaha (YZR-M1)

18

Takaaki Nakagami

JPN

LCR Honda (RC213V)

19

Luca Marini

ITA

Repsol Honda (RC213V)

20

Maverick Viñales

SPA

Aprilia Factory (RS-GP24)

21

Lorenzo Savadori

ITA

Aprilia Factory (RS-GP24)

22

Pedro Acosta

SPA

Red Bull GASGAS Tech3 (RC16)

 
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